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Embracing a brighter future for Mallorca tourism

Explore why Magalluf winters remain quiet compared to Benidorm, updates at Palma Airport, and the case for renaming it Rafa Nadal International Airport.

Richie Prior 22/11/2024 14:19

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Flooding in Valencia triggers memories of Sant Llorenç

Despite the forecasts, many people in the Valencia region only received warnings when the rain had already begun and evacuation was not possible for many.

Richie Prior 08/11/2024 15:35

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From Dad Taxi to tourist troubles in Mallorca

So my question is, why did they take the toll charge away in 2017? Surely it’s time to bring it back?

Richie Prior 30/10/2024 13:01

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Tourist Taxes: Transparency or just another moneygrab?

“Just a thought, why isn’t the government promoting what they are spending the tourist tax money on?"

Richie Prior 18/10/2024 09:31

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Why the UK should look to Spain for pensioner perks

If you are an ex-pat who permanently resides in Spain, then you can take part in the programme provided you meet any of the following criteria.

Richie Prior 14/10/2024 14:10

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From avoiding doctors to prioritising health: My wake-up call

I urge any of you out there who like me didn’t like to visit the doctors to do so.

Richie Prior 27/09/2024 10:33

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Dynamic Pricing: How Oasis ticket sales exposed a much bigger problem

Ticketmaster brought in dynamic pricing in 2018 after seeing its success in other markets.

Richie Prior 13/09/2024 10:05

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Season kickoff

Last week I read that the most expensive pie-and-a-pint combo in the Premier League this season is at West Ham United’s London Stadium...

Richie Prior 30/08/2024 11:30

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Unveiling Mallorca’s Tourist Tax

Now, you need a degree to understand how the tourist tax works here in Mallorca.

Richie Prior 16/08/2024 12:48

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Tourism Protests: Separating fact from fiction

Firstly, I have no problem with people’s right to protest, we live in a democracy and that is fine. Where I do have a problem is they and the press are saying that they speak for the whole island.

Richie Prior 06/08/2024 13:03

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Mallorca’s summer surge sparks tourism debate

We as a population are not helping the matter. Their next protest will take place in Palma on July 21.

Richie Prior 05/07/2024 12:33

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Real Mallorca’s youth revolution

Every supporter around the World loves a “home-grown” player.

Richie Prior 28/06/2024 10:44

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Mallorca’s tourism turmoil

“Tourist go home is the message and let’s be honest, it’s not a very welcoming one, is it?”

Richie Prior 11/06/2024 15:13

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The unstoppable rise of Women’s Football in Mallorca

The biggest club on the island doesn’t have a female team?

Richie Prior 04/06/2024 15:44

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Homebound vs. headquarters: The great workplace debate in Mallorca

I wonder what the reaction would be here in Spain if a head of a company was to say to his workforce, “If you don’t like it, please seek alternative employment”.

Richie Prior 20/05/2024 11:56

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The Brexit fallout on the youth mobility scheme

Rishi Sunak has rejected an EU offer to strike a post-Brexit deal to allow young Britons to live, study or work in the bloc for up to four years.

Richie Prior 13/05/2024 09:41

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Supporting my two football clubs and travelling to see them play!

Travelling away from the island has been interesting these past few weeks.

Richie Prior 29/04/2024 16:55

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Navigating Mallorca’s rising costs

Being an island that has to import most of its produce, unfortunately means we are hit harder than most.

Richie Prior 19/04/2024 11:24